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Due Diligence Demystified: A Must-Attend Panel Discussion Featuring Amy Wang

Environmental due diligence doesn't have to be a daunting task. For those seeking insights and practical advice on navigating environmental risks, join us on Tuesday, October 1, from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Raleigh F…

Interstate Licensing Compacts and Universal License Recognition for NC Healthcare Professionals

Written By Amy G. Fitzhugh

Individual state legislatures and the District of Columbia have traditionally determined the licensure requirements for professionals to practice in their jurisdiction. As a result, there is an inherent lack of uniformity …

Get Ready for an Action-Packed Day at the 2024 WilmingtonBiz Expo!

Wilmington, get ready! The 2024 WilmingtonBiz Conference & Expo, sponsored by Ward and Smith, arrives Wednesday, October 2, at the Wilmington Convention Center.  From 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., network, learn, and gr…

Jim Wilson Named Litigation Counsel of America Fellow

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that Jim Wilson, a Professional Licensing attorney, has been named a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA).  The LCA is a distinguished, invitation-only society that re…

Agritourism in North Carolina: Balancing Revenue Growth with Legal Compliance

Written By Allen N. Trask, III and Hayley R. Wells

Agritourism is now a vital part of the agricultural economy in North Carolina. More and more farmers are turning to agritourism as a way to diversify and balance their revenue streams. This trend is largely a response to …